BC Employer Training Grant

The eas­i­est way to get 60 – 100% off Loud­er Than Ten training

The BC Employ­er Train­ing Grant is a gov­ern­ment fund­ing pro­gram that helps employ­ers invest in employ­ee train­ing. This pro­motes the devel­op­ment of employ­ee skills, strength­ens reten­tion, and cre­ates greater oppor­tu­ni­ty and impact with­in the com­pa­ny or market.

The fund­ing reim­burs­es 60%-100% of employ­ee train­ing costs depend­ing on the province.

The application process

1. Check your eligibility/timeframe

Funding applications are open to each sector for a limited time every quarter and may close at any time (once limits are reached). Applications are typically accepted during the quarter (3-months) prior to the training start date. Check your region for details.

2. Submit your application

You’ll need all relevant info about your training including total cost, dates, and category (see sidebar).

The approval process can take up to 60 days—you will be notified by email as soon as the decision is made. If you are approved, you will need to complete the agreement issued.

3. Pay all training costs and begin training

The employer pays the full training amount upfront.

4. Apply for reimbursement

After training begins, you will have up to 30 days to claim reimbursement. You can expect to be reimbursed within 30-90 days of submitting the claim, depending on the province.

Training costs include:

  • Tuition/participation fees
  • Student fees
  • Examination fees
  • Textbooks and software
  • Other required materials
  • Travel to access training

Program info

When applying, select “Private Training Provider —Not Certified By Private Training Institutions Branch” when asked re: provider type.

Contact info

2405, 128 West Cordova St.
Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6B 0E6
(604) 773-7551